Treehouse Hotels | Opened a New Location in the Heart of Silicon Valley, in Sunnyvale, California, U.S.

Treehouse Hotels, a brand owned by SH Hotels & Resorts, an affiliate of Starwood Capital Group headquartered in New York, characterized by attentive service, locally inspired fun amenities, thoughtful programming and several food & beverage services opened a new location in the hearth od Silicon Valley, in Sunnyvale, famous city of California, located in the Santa Clara Valley in northwestern Santa Clara County along the historic El Camino Real and Highway 101.

The new Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley aims to provide a new hotel experience with a design that encourages curiosity and embodies a philosophy of enjoyment set out to differentiate itself from the minimalist style commonly found in Silicon Valley. Its approach is defined by maximal comfort, sensory delight and a ethos that the hotel calls "carefreedom" offering a unique blend of warmth and accurated details.

 The hotel with an unusual aesthetic, with a focus on rich textures, vintage finds, and handcrafted objects is situated at 100 N Mathilda Avenue not far from Morse Park, on a reimagined orchard once filled with fruit trees and grapevines, embodying California's agricultural roots.

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley features 111 comfortable rooms and suites, each designed with natural materials and artisan pieces emphasizing individuality.

Room amenities include custom refillable bath products, natural cotton robes, and minibars stocked with locally made treats.

The property offers the restaurant Valley Goat led by James Beard Award - winning chef Stephanie Izard boasting a menu globally inspired and utilizing regional products, the Backyard Café and the seasonal Beer Garden offering 32 rotating taps of local brews and biodynamic wines.

 Amenities and services include a fitness centre, a heated outdoor pool, 7.750 square feet of event space for business gatherings, weddings, and other types of events.

Sustainabilty is at the forefront of Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley operations with over 120 trees preserved during construction, and more than 300 native trees were planted.

Hallf of the property is irrigated with recycled water, and the hotel implements waste - reducing measures such as low - flow fixtures and water refill stations. In addition, the hotel's kitchens and bars adhere to zero - waste principles / low-flow fixtures and water refill stations.

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https://www.treehousehotels.com/silicon-valley

Hilton | Introduction of its Hampton by Hilton Brand in Thailand with the Future Opening of a Hotel in Phuket

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., renowned American multinatation hospitality company founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton, headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, group specialises to manage and franchise hotels, resorts and timeshare properties across the world has announced the introduction of its Hampton by Hilton brand in Thailand, a debut tht will be marked by the future opening of a hotel in Phuket ; the Hampton by Hilton Phuket Town.

The new property is expected to open its doors in the third quarter of 2026 will be located in Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, that has been attracting a steady stream of local and international travellers in 2024 in the island, a destination that received over 8.6 million visitors, including the captivating Phuket Town.

Phuket is very famous for its unique Sino - Portuguese heritage, beautiful beaches, turquoise waters, and warm climate that attract every year visitors all over the world, who also appreciate its excellent food, unique culture and fun adventure activities.

This addition brings Hilton’s brand count to nine in South East Asia, where the company currently operates 110 properties, with plans to expand its portfolio to over 50% in the coming years, an introduction that will further solidify Hilton’s leadership in Thailand, which currently holds the company largest portfolio in South East Asia, with 30 properties and 11 more in development. 

Hampton by Hilton Phuket Town il located within walking distance from the centre of Phuket Old Town, well known for its several cultural and historical attractions and a multitude of dining, entertainment and shopping options, about 10 minutes to Rassada Pier, one of Phuket’s busiest pier and Phuket International Airport an hour’s drive away.

The hotel will feature 112 comfortable rooms, starting from 21 square metres, with access to amenities including an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre, a property that is set to be a prime destination for business and leisure travellers.

This introduction marks a significant expansion in the midscale segment of Southeast Asia’ hospitality, part of Hilton’s recent growth strategy, which includes the recent addition of two Hilton Garden Inn Hotels in the Philippines and three new Hilton Garden Inn in Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia.

Link - https://stories.hilton.com/apac/releases/hilton-set-to-welcome-ninth-brand-in-south-east-asia-with-hampton-by-hilton

DeLuna Hotels | Opened a new Property in the Heart of Granada, Spain

DeLuna Hotels, a Spanish - owned hotel operator based in Granada, hospitality company with more than 25 years of experience in the sector and an international presence, offering contemporary hotels, with friendly service and unique experiences opened a new propery in the heart of Granada, iconic city located in the in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain.

The establishment providing studios and tourist apartments is Luna Suites Palacio Dorita,hosted in refurbished heritage building in the historic heart of the Andalusian city, an opening that marks a milestone and a new step for DeLuna Hotels within the urban segment and alternative accommodation. 

The hospitality company entered the segment of apartments with hotel services in 2023, when it opened the Luna Suites Granada, with 22 apartments with one or two bedrooms.

The building with historic heritage is located a few steps from the Cathedral - Basilica of the Incarnation, monumental religious complex that includes the Sanctuary of the Royal Chapel, making it one of the largest in Europe, the bustling Gran Via de Colon and the lively square Plaza Nueva.

The prime location of Luna Suites Palacio Dorita offers a easy access to the charming Albaicín quarter and the emblematic Alhambra, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, a beautifully preserved palace and fortress recognised as one of the greatest mastepieces of Islamic architecture.

The property offers studios and apartments equipped with a full kitchen, sofa beds, Smart TV, Wi – Fi, parking in the centre and personalized attention through DeLuna Experience Club. 

Luna Suites Palacio Dorita joins the Grand Hotel Luna , the Boutique Hotel and the Luna Suites all establishments located in Granada and is part of the expansion plan of the group that includes future openings in Cádiz, Motril and Seville.

CEO of DeLuna Hotels, Javier Tausia said that the company continues to progress with the goal to become a benchmark in the management of unique and sustainable accommodation, adapted to new market trends, offering guests an authentic and quality experience, framed in high - value cultural environments.

Link - https://www.hosteltur.com/169852_deluna-hotels-consolida-su-presencia-en-granada-con-una-nueva-apertura.html

Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda | A Model of Sustainable Tourism and Environmental Preservation

Nyungwe National Park located in the western Great Rift Valley, stretching from Lake Albert to the Lake Tanganyika in southwest Rwanda, partly abutting the Burundi border, one of the oldest rainforest in Africa and the largest expanse of the country, covering 1.019 square kilometres of dense Afromontane forests, bamboo - covered slopes, grasslands and wetlands stands out as a model of sustainable tourism and environmental preservation that serves as example to the rest of the global industry.

A testament to resilience to extreme climate change since the ice age, Nyungwe National Park was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the same time as the international community praises it for its success in combining community integration with environmental sustainability.

The current National Park was initially declared a reserve in 1933 and upgraded to a national park in 2005 overcoming significant challenges such as logging, illegal mining and poaching.

The adaptation of tea plantations as community cooperative proved fundamental to balance human development with environmental preservation and today Nyungwe National Park thrives and also contributes significantly to the local economy while still protecting its rich biodiversity.

Nowadays the park is home to 13 species of primates, including a growing population of chimpanzees and the largest megatrope of black and white colobus in Africa made up of more tham 400 individuals and is also a crucial destination for ornithology, hosting in its vast territory composed by forests, mountains and valleys 317 species of birds,  some which are endemic to the Albertine Rift region.

Nyungwe's tourism infrastructure alternates accessibility with sustainability, highlighted by its canopy walkway, which rises more than 75 metres above the forest floor, allowing visitors immersive experiences with spectacular panoramic views of one of the most stunning landscapes in Africa.

The offer is expanded with new accommodation options and activities such as zip lines and expeditions that allow visitors to explore this ancient environment in a deeper way, discovering and enjoying the beauty of this national park, unique in its kind.

The efforts of individuals like Claver Ntoyinkima, an inspiring ranger leader and role model for his more than two decades dedicated work in Nyungwe National Park, has been crucial to these brilliant achievements.

Claver Ntoyinkima, who won the 2024 Tusk Wildlife Ranger Award for his exceptional dedication to primate and bird conservation in Rwanda, has inspired the local community to value and protect its rich natural heritage, ensuring that it continues to be a relevant example of African success in conservation and a testament to the balance between environmental preservation and community development.

Link - https://www.eldiariodeviaje.ar/index.php/es/destinos/africa/item/3860-ruanda-turismo-africa-parques-naturaleza-safari

Nuevo León, Mexico | Strengthening its Commitment to Social, Accessible and Sustainable Tourism at National Level

Nuevo León, a state in northeastern Mexico, a popular destination for its historical heritage, diverse landscapes, outdoor adventures and boasting stunning attractions like canyons, caves and watefalls, as well as cultural sites like the Museo de Historia Mexicana and various centres highlighted by an outstanding colonial architecture, famous for its ironworks, steels  and foundries were the first heavy industrial plants in Mexico,  numerous textile companies, a large brewery and other factoriers strengthens its commitment to social, accessible and sustainable tourism at national level.

Within the framework of the Tianguis Turistico Mexico 2025, the state formalized its incorporation into the Mexican Council of Social Tourism, an initiative promoted by the International Organization of Social Tourism, ISTO Americas.

During the protocol ceremony held in Baja California, the founding members of the Council were sworn, including the states of Baja California, Guanajuato, Guerrero, Mexico City, Morelos, Nuevo León, Nayarit, Querétaro, Sonora and Tlaxcala.

The Mexican Council of Social Tourism has the following objectives : 

•    Strenghtening inclusive, supportive and sustainable public policies
•    Ensuring access to tourism for all
•    Promote inter – institutional cooperation for social tourism development 

With this integration, the state of Nuevo León reaffirms its commitment to promote a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable model, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with national and international actors.

Link - https://www.nl.gob.mx/es/boletines/nuevo-leon-se-integra-al-consejo-mexicano-de-turismo-social-en-tianguis-turistico-2025

Peloponnese, Greece | Unveiled a New 2.000 Kilometres Trail Network to Boost Sustainable Tourism

Peloponnese, a peninsula and geographic region in Southern Greece, and the southernmost region of the Balkans, connected to the Hellenic mainland by the Isthmus of Corinth where the Corinth Canal was constructed in 1893, a land of a unique beauty, highlighted by archaeological sites, picturesque villages, ancient monasteries, alluring castles amidst stunning natural beauty, mountains, large forests,  rivers and caves unveiled a new 2.000 kilometres trail network to boost sustainable tourism.

The Peloponnese Trails form a key part of the region's strategy to showcase nature and gastronomy as central elements of an enriched tourism offering, designed to support local communities and boost the economy. 

The initiative was originally introduced in November 2024 as part of the Environment Ministry's "Creation of a National Network of Paths and Hiking Routes" project, to promote sustainable development and cultural and nature - based tourism.

This trails network covering more than 2.000 kilometres is designed to create routes with storytelling such as history, nature, and gastronomy, while connecting them to local products and services and at the same time entering in deep connection with the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Peloponnese.

In addition, the network will serve as a relevant educational tool in training programs for tourism professionals, promoting modern tourism practices and supporting the growth of rural and local economies.

During the inauguration ceremony which took place in Dimitsana, attractive mountain village and a former municipality in Arcadia, Pelopponese, the Governor Dimitrid Ptochos emphasized that the trails are a flagship initiative, fully aligned with the principles of thematic tourism and sustainable development. 

The trails serve as a platform for the destination's revitalization and represent an investment in enhancing the quality and long-term appeal of the Pelopponese.

Secretary General of the GNTO, the Greek National Tourism Organization, Andreas Florentinos, during a panel discussion presented the network's key features, noting that it is fully aligned with the board's strategy to showcase the Pelopponese's diverse tourism offerings.

The Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, stated that this project is an emblematic initiative that enhances, protects, strengthens, and highlights something central to the identity o the Peloponnese's people with their deep connection to the landscape, nature, and history of the region.

Link - https://news.gtp.gr/2025/04/28/peloponnese-unveils-new-2000km-trail-network-to-boost-sustainable-tourism/

Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil | Consolidation as One of the Safest States in the Country for Visitors

Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil's southernmost state, bordering Argentina and Uruguay, a land that offers a diverse range of tourist experiences, from stunning natural landscapes to rich cultural attractions, well known for its European cultural influence, Gaucho culture, vibrant cities and towns, vineyards, a delicious cuisine and attracting many travellers seeking adventures and relaxation alike consolidated its position as one of the safest states in the country for visitors only behind the Federal District and Santa Catarina.

The result was presented by the Civil Police during a meeting with authorities and leaders of the tourism sector on 24th April in Porto Alegre, the capital and largest city of the state of Rio Grande do Sul in an event that highlighted the direct impact of security on the promotion of tourism and the attraction of new visitors to the Brazilian state.

Between 2022 and 2024, the main crimes that affect the sense of security of those showed a strong retraction, there was a decrease of 47.16% in robberies, 49.52% in robberies of pedestrians, 25.87% in vehicle thefts and 44.78% in robberies lof commercial establishments.

The presentation of the indicators was in in charge of the head of the Civil Police, delegate Fernando Sodré, who highlighted the importance of coordination between institutions, pointing out that, even in the face of challenges such as the pandemic and extreme weather events that plague the state, the achievements are the result of consistent strategies and permanent work,  and the drop in indicators reinforces that planning is working.

The numbers undoubtedly show the effectiveness of the comprehensive action of the security forces and the institutional commitment to the protection of residents and tourists and this historic drop in crime reinforces the image of the state positioning itself as a reliable destination.

During the event the Secretary of Tourism of Rio Grande do Sul, Ronaldo Santini, said that safety is a fundamental pillar for the development of the sector, stating that travellers want to feel safe to enjoy everything a destination has to offer.

These data confirm that Rio Grande do Sul is on the right track, security is a delivery that transforms not only the lives of those who live here, but also the experience of those who visit the state.

The Secretary of Tourism added that with positive data and growing recognition, Rio Grande do Sul reinforces its vocation as a tourist destination of excellence.

The combination of public safety, shelter, and diversity of attractions makes the state increasingly competitive on the national stage, and Rio Grande do Sul is ready to welcome tourists with the hospitality as always and now, with even more security.

Link - https://dailyweb.com.ar/noticias/val/50874/rio-grande-do-sul-se-consolida-como-el-tercer-estado-mas-seguro-para-los-turistas-de-brasil.html